Would you like to join our Clinical Coding team as an A ssociate Clinical Coder? Read on to learn more about this rewarding role and submit your application.
The Clinical Coding service is a part of the Digital & Data Team of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) and is responsible for extracting and codifying complex clinical information that describes a patient's diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of care in a timely manner .
The ability of the UHN Group to accurate record and codify its clinical activity is fundamental to understanding the quality of its clinical services. Our coded data is used by all parts of the Group's business to deliver trusted and high-quality services to patients.
A ssociate Clinical Coders are a core component of the Clinical Coding service and have a crucial supporting role in the overall management of the Group as their output directly influences income through the NHS Payment Scheme.
Assessment day around the w/c 7th September.
Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK at the time of application.
As an A ssociate Clinical Coder you will be responsible for , with the support of experienced colleagues, codifying clinical activity according to all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies.
With the support of experienced colleagues you will be expected to develop professionally and evidence a good grasp of National Clinical Coding Standards ( evidenced by audit results and passing an in-house examination) within two years from commencement of this post.
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.
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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) was formed through the grouping of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As one group, we are on a journey to improve services for our communities by working collaboratively, modernising the way we deliver care and continually striving for excellence.
Working together allows us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities . There may be a requirement to work across our hospital sites depending on service needs.
Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage.
UHN welcomes applications from people from all protected groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. Our active staff networks support colleagues from all backgrounds and help ensure everyone feels valued here at UHN.
Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification document for a detailed list of role responsibilities.
